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In Lauwersmeer National Park, land and water alternate. The peace, space and free rein that nature is given here attract thousands of birds to the vast landscape every year. Water birds such as geese, ducks, bearded grebes and grebes nest around the water, while meadow birds seek refuge further inland. The balance between the growth of trees and shrubs and the maintenance of varied flora and fauna is maintained in a natural way. Konik horses and Scottish highlanders graze in the forests, so that the area is gradually becoming wilder without this being at the expense of diversity. When the area becomes too dense and turns into a swamp forest, human hands help the animals with pruning and felling the plants. Anyone looking for peace and quiet and who enjoys diversity in the area cannot miss this beautiful route on the border of Friesland and Groningen!